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Christopher Lee Thayer's Answers
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How long does it take to start getting payments from PIP ins?
There is no set time period for the PIP insurer to make payments to a 3rd party (i.e., not a first party insured), but I would echo the prior response and encourage you to seek out an experienced personal injury attorney to explain your rights so that you can propertly protect your interests. The initial free consultation should probably prove valuable to you, even if you decided not to retain counsel at this point. Remember, that the insurance company isn't motivated by what is "fair". It is...
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Should I hire an attorney , Got rear-ended. Insurance company is trying to rip me off I think.. :)
I agree with the prior post -- that you should definitely consult with an experienced personal injury attorney before considering any settlement. Whether or not you need to actually hire an attorney will depend on a review of all the facts surrounding your case. Remember that insurance adjusters are trained to try to pay you the least amount of money possible. The know that by contacting you early, they may convince you to make an agreement before you really understand fully how the accident...
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If I go into a foreclosure on my home/personal residence, can the lender come after any other assets I may hold?
If the lender is pursuing a nonjudicial foreclosure (as opposed to a judicial foreclosure filed with the courts), this is your primary residence (not investment property), then the answer is generally "no", with a few qualifiers and exceptions. It is probably best not to discuss these issues on a public forum. If you want to discuss this matter, you should contact an experience real estate attorney for a consultation in person or on the phone.
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WA state personal injury law, statues of limitation, car insurances responsibilities
In Washington a person generally has 3 years to pursue a personal injury action arising out of negligence. As to whether your insurance company properly followed up on the claim, I don't think you have provided enough information. It is possible that your insurance company did not receive notice of the injury claim until recently. To determine whether or not your insurance company properly investigated the claim, and whether that would give you any rights or claims arising out of how your...
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Is a residential property owner responsible for water damage to a neighboring lot when the natural landscape is changed?
The general rule for surface water is called the "Common Enemy Doctrine" which basically provides that landowners need to "defend" their own property from surface water and that, generally, an adjoining landowner will not be liable for surface water runoff that flows onto a neighbor's property. There are some exceptions to this rule, however. One exception provides that an uphill landowner cannot collect water in an artificial channel, then discharge it on adjoining lands. Another exception...
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What can be done about this doctor or surgeon?
I would echo prior answers in that the most important thing for you to do at this point is get appropriate treatment to get your arm fixed. Whether or not there was medical malpractice or not is impossible to determine based on your story, but it certainly warrants further investigation. In Washington, the most common way to establish a malpractice claim is to prove a breach of the standard of care. In almost all situations this requires expert medical testimony from an appropriate doctor....
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Am I entitled for damages from my doctor?
Depending on the medication there are most likely generally accepted practices for tapering your dosage to prevent/minimize withdrawal side effects. If your doctor failed to follow the accepted standard of care in the treatment he provided, you may possibly have a claim for medical malpractice and be entitled to damages for any medical issues and suffering you experienced. I recommend that you consult with an experienced medical malpractice attorney in your area. You may find helpful...
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Is my settlement worth more if the at fault driver was drunk?
The fact that the driver was drunk probably does not directly impact the value of your case (i.e., just because they were drunk does not automatically entitle you to some additional damages), but it may come into play with regards to his/her credibility on other issues such as speed at time of impact and the physical violence of the collision - which can impact the amount of damages you are entitled to. As noted by the previous post, the amount of damages that you may be entitled to is subject...
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Rear-ended and person at fault is not insured. What should I do?
You should check your own insurance policy coverage and determine whether you have Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UIM). This would allow you to make a claim for all damages, not just property damages or medical expenses, with your own insurance company. I would recommend that you at least consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can review your situation in detail and advise you on how best to proceed and protect your rights. You may find the link below helpful. Good luck.
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Ownership percentage agreement
More information is needed to really answer your question. For instance, what type of entity is this (an LLC, corporation, partnershp, etc.)? Generally, you will want a "buy-sell" agreement or equivalent that will set out the terms of your ownership interest, your voting and any management rights, how profit, if any will be shared, and a host of other issues. The document does not necessarily need to be notarized. I would highly recommend that you meet with an experienced business lawyer to...
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